Traveling to Hawaii is certainly not as easy as it used to be, but in a recent survey conducted by  the Hawaii Tourism Authority it was found that out of the 495 visitors that were surveyed 85% said their trip was excellent, and 94% said their trip either met or exceeded expectations. This is great to see, as it means that the number of tourists making the journey to Hawaii in 2021 should continue to rise.

While tourism numbers are not nearly what they were in 2019, the Pre-travel Testing Program allows anyone traveling to Hawaii to bypass the 10-day mandatory quarantine, which would make any vacation immensely more enjoyable. Out of the visitors that were surveyed, 79% said that their pre-travel testing experience went smoothly, and the protocols were clear. The remaining 21% reported various issues with pre-travel testing including difficulty finding a trusted testing partner, and not receiving their results within the specified window.

We will continue to look forward to a rise in tourism numbers as the local economy recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic. To look at the full report, follow this link.In an interview with The Maui News, the Chief Economist with the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism Eugene Tian stated that nearly 30% of the homes that were purchased in the better part of 2020 were purchased by out-of-state residents. Of those buyers 27.4% were from the mainland, and 1.4% were international. While this number seems high, out-of-state residents usually purchase nearly 50% of the available real estate on Maui.

The data is still being assembled for the demographic breakdown of these out-of-state buyers, as it is unclear whether most of those purchases were made by investors, or those seeking to move their principal residence to Hawaii now that most employees and business owners can work from home.

The three aspects of the current real estate market that appear to show no signs of slowing are low inventory levels, low interest rates on new mortgages and a climbing median sales price for both condos and single family homes. In December, the Realtors Association of Maui recorded the lowest inventory ever since they began keeping records in 2010. New construction is still very active on Maui, with several affordable housing projects as well as luxury condominium complexes set to be completed  between now and 2022.

To read the full interview The Maui News did with Eugene Tian click here.
 
Due to the spike in COVID-19 cases on Maui, Governor Ige gave Mayor Michael Victorino the authority to amend the current emergency rules. The new rules go into effect today. Here are the highlights.

- Retail occupancy is now limited to 30% to allow more room for social distancing.

- Bars and restaurants are now required to close at 10pm or earlier. Drive-throughs, non-liquor related takeout and room service are all exempt from this new rule.

In addition to pre-travel testing requirements for both inter-island and transpacific travelers, they are also now required to download either the AlohaSafe Alert app or another Google-Apple Exposure Notification System app. Travelers can also enable their exposure notification setting on their phone.

Face coverings must now be worn while walking to and from the beach or pool. They can only be removed once you are stationary and socially distanced from the people around you.

-Even if the venue is outdoors, a mask must be worn at gyms, yoga studios, and wellness centers.

While these rules mentioned  above are slightly different from rules that were already in place, it’s important to keep yourself informed on the latest developments coming out of the Mayor’s office.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Issue 1051 April 25th, 2023
 

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In this newsletter:
Market Update
Market Watch
Homes Over $1 Million
Homes Under $1 Million
Vacation Condo Over $1M
Vacation Condos Under $1M
Residential Condos 
Vacant Land 


Bank Owned 
Homes 
Condos 
Land
New Properties 
Price Reductions  

Short Sales
Homes

Condos 
Land
New Properties

Price Reductions 

Breathtaking
Oceanfront Condo
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Makena Surf C-106
Makena

$4.785M (FS)


Our Favorite Food Trucks on Maui (from Melissa and Greg)

 

The food truck craze has hit Maui and you can find a food truck in just about any town here. In fact, you’ll see a number of food trucks next to the Courtyard Maui Kahului Airport right after you leave the airport. There are a wide variety of food trucks to satisfy any taste that you are looking for. We enjoy going to them for the convenience, authentic food offerings, and we love supporting local businesses.

 

One of our favorite food trucks that we visit the most is Thai Mee Up. They have food truck locations in Kahului, Kihei, and Makawao. My family loves Thai food and our girls favorite dishes are the lemongrass fried chicken and pad thai noodles. There is a reason why Yelp has a 4.5 out of 5 score for this food truck company.

 

If you are in the mood for the freshest local fish and don’t want to spend a ton of money at a restaurant, visit the Like Poke food truck located in Wailuku. The owner, Danny, gets his fish from the local fishermen. Guy Fieri from The Food Network’s, Diners, Drive-Ins, & Dives featured Like Poke in a past episode. My favorite is the poke bake dish that has ahi cubes, topped with aioli sauce, baked to caramelize and topped with furikake seasoning.

 

Another of our favorite food trucks is Al’s BBQ Pit located in Kahului. The owner is Big Al and he is very generous with his portions. My favorite dish is the adobo fried rice with steak or chicken. They also have a family pack that is equivalent to 6 plate lunches and you can choose 2 main dishes, rice, macaroni salad, and steamed veggies for $48 (call in advance).

 

Lastly, our list would not be complete without including my father-in-law and business partner, Ken Smith’s favorite food truck. He loves the Maui Grill Food Truck located in Kihei. This food truck has a blend of Thai and local food dishes. Some of their popular foods are the mahi mahi paradise plate with fresh battered mahi mahi topped with a lime cream sauce and their chicken satay.

 

Let us know what food trucks you have visited on Maui that you would like us to mention.

 

Have a wonderful week!

 

Mahalo Nui Loa,

Ken Smith R(S), Melissa Smith R(B), Gregory Smith R(B) 


The Smith Team


P.S. Tickets are now on sale for the 42nd Annual Kapalua Wine and Food Festival happening on June 8th to June 11th. Among the activities scheduled, there is an interactive tasting.
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Homes Over $1M

 268 Kaualani 
268 Kaualani Drive
Pukalani

$1.29M (FS)
This sweet house and cottage are tucked back from the road providing peace, quiet and serenity in Upcountry Maui. The main residence has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a flexible floor plan to fit your lifestyle. You'll love the fenced backyard for the space, privacy and well-established landscaping. 
559 Kaleo Pl
559 Kaleo Place

Wailea
$3.36M (FS)
Perched above the Wailea Resort with forever unobstructable views, this environment exudes serenity, peace & privacy. Leaded glass side windows adorn the front entry. An abundance of perimeter windows & glass sliders fostering that vernal indoor/outdoor Maui living experience.
518 Pacific
518 Pacific Drive
Kapalua
$3.85M (FS)
This perfectly maintained 4 bedroom Pineapple Hill home is ideally located at the end of a cul-de-sac ensuring maximum privacy while enjoying magical ocean and sunset views. This fully-furnished, turn-key, 2 story home with ground-floor primary bedroom is the preferred Pineapple Hill floorpan. It is located near to the top-notch community amenities.

Homes Under $1M

 323 W Kuiaha323 West Kuiaha Road
Haiku
$915K (FS)
This 1920’s plantation home has been completely renovated, top to bottom in 2020. This home offers 1,116sq.ft. of interior living space, with 2 bedroom, 2 bathrooms plus an office/flex space. Solid Pine floors, mango wood counter and shelves are just a few unique finishes of this home. High ceilings with large wood beams provide a bright and airy feeling. 
410 Kaiwahine
410 Kaiwahine Street
Kihei
$995K (FS)
Rarely will you find a single family home with 6 bedrooms, 4 baths of approximately 2,923 living sq ft on an approximate 7,506 sq ft. Create your own ideal living space in this flexible floor plan home. Close proximity to white sand beaches, new Kihei high school, shopping center, golf course.
 


 
223 Pau Hana
223 Pau Hana Roaad
Makawao
$999K (FS)
The upper level of the home is a 1 bedroom 1 bath with extra storage. The downstairs is a 670 sq. ft workshop with a bathroom. The huge carport has ample room for cars, outdoor furniture and a hot tub. The Photovoltaic solar panels keep the electric bills low. There is also a small detached storage shed that has been used as an art studio in the past. You must see this property in person to fully appreciate it.

 

Vacation Condos Over $1M

Maui Banyan
Maui Banyan T-107
Kihei
$1.15M (FS)
A beautifully remodeled and partially furnished 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom lockout condo, boasting rare features, and an unbeatable location. It's distinctive characteristics make it a standout in the complex. Experience the convenience of a walk-out unit, allowing convenient access to the pool area. Designed with accessibility in mind.
Maalaea Surf
Maalaea Surf G-8
Maalaea
$1.845M (FS)
Enjoy miles of Sugar Beach from your door. The resort offers 2 inground pools, tennis court, pickle ball and shuffleboard. Offers an owner surfboard storage barn and a locked off owner storage closet. If you are looking for a peaceful Maui location this is it! Beautifully updated 2 bedroom, 2 bath upstairs condo is sold turn key with nightly rental income in place.
Kaanapali Royal
Kaanapali Royal K-302
Kaanapali
$1.85M (FS)
This updated 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, spacious 1,600+ square feet top floor. Makes you feel right at home as it has two levels with amazing views. This gated community has a beautiful heated pool, spa, BBQ area, and two tennis courts. You are within walking distance of the Kaanapali golf course, Whalers Village, the famous Kaanapali Beach, and Black Rock Beach.
Kapalua Golf Villas
Kapalua Golf Villas 27P7-8
Kapalua
$1.895M (FS)
Welcome home to your fresh and bright 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condominium at Kapalua Golf Villas offering breathtaking sunsets, stunning ocean views from your ground floor, end unit villa directly above the golf course. This beautifully designed condominium has been recently remodeled, boasting high-end finishes and furnishings throughout.

Vacation Condos Under $1M

Kihei Resort
Kihei Resort 132
Kihei

$650K (FS)
You are going to fall in love with this condo nestled in a lush, tropical setting across the street from the ocean! Enjoy a beautiful kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances. Enjoy the tastefully remodeled bathroom with walk in shower, travertine tile, the hardwood flooring, high quality furnishings, 2 ac units and brand new noise reduction windows installed in the bedroom.
 Kauhale Makai 
Kauhale Makai 125
Kihei
$799K (FS)
Unit is located in the south building. Walpuilanl Park sits between the complex and the Pacific Ocean and offers lots of green space for play and the beach has fabulous sunsets! Minutes away are shops, boutiques, restaurants, golf, and everything else that south Maui has lo offer. This unit is move-In ready and sold fully furnished.  
Kamaole Sands
Kamaole Sands 8-101
Kihei
$910K (FS)
This wonderful ground floor, 1 bedroom, 2 bath, furnished unit is positioned away from the hustle & bustle of South Kihei Road, while still providing occupants with easy access to one of the best beaches on Maui. Because this is an end-unit, there is an additional large window that provides extra light. 
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Hale Kamaole 5-152
Kihei
$949.9K (FS)
Great ocean views from the lanai and inside this ground floor 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom condo in one of south Maui's most desirable complexes. This end unit, with a large extra side window, brings in a lot of light to the dining room and living area. Very comfortable easy chairs, tropical prints on a rattan couch. The artwork is very Hawaiian. King bed in bedroom with queen hide-a-bed in living room.

Residential Condos Over $1M

Wailea Palms
Wailea Palms 2708
Wailea
$1.665M (FS)
A top floor 2 bedroom 2 bath private residence at Wailea Palms which was originally used as a model room in the complex at the time of sale. Private location in the complex and unobstructive view of the ocean from other buildings. Relax and enjoy the ocean view from your lanai, living room and the master bedroom. 
 

Residential Condos Under $1M

  Harbor Lights
Harbor Ligths D-212
Kahului

$244K (FS)
Move in ready, newly painted 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath unit in Central Maui. This unit has fantastic ocean and mountain views from the living room and bedrooms. Property has in ground pool, BBQ, recreation area, Koi pond, coin laundry in each building and 24 hour security. Unit comes with 1 assigned parking stall and is priced to sell. Very easy to show. 

Customer Listing Synopsis

Kamoa Views
Kamoa Views 302
Kihei
$520K (FS)
This is a 1 bedroom 1 bath residential condo is approximately a block and a half away from one of South Maui’s favorite surf spots “The Cove” and close to several other beautiful Kihei beaches, shopping, restaurants, golf and all that Maui has to offer. This condo is located in a small complex of 44 condos which is secure with key only access up to your condo.
Maalaea Mermaid
Maalaea Mermaid 201
Maalaea
$619K (FS)
It's the largest 1 bedroom 1 bath unit available in Kihei & Ma'alaea, the second lowest-priced ocean view. Sited directly on a working harbor, there is always something interesting going on, with whale-watching topping the list in season."Freight Trains" surf break commences just outside the harbor. "It was a dream come true to surf this wave that has to be one of the best in the world."
kahoma
Kahoma Village 10-105
Kaanapali
$899K (FS)
This is a new West Maui community right off Historic Front Street. The prime location puts you within walking distance to restaurants, shopping, Baby Beach and of course Front Street. Enjoy a great floorplan, efficient split system AC, GE Appliances and quartzite countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms.

Vacant Land

814 Honoapiilani Highway Lot 18
Lahaina

$749K (FS)
Amazing opportunity to own ag land in Olowalu. This is a CPR'd unit designated for a 1000sqft cottage. Enjoy ocean views and sunsets from your property. 

 

 
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